Can China counter US sanctions with its trade power? | | Business and Economy

Showing an aggressive stance, China is now openly pushing back against economic pressure from the United States.

Beijing has ordered its companies to ignore US sanctions indiscriminately, while expanding export controls on foreign countries and critical technology.

The rivalry between Washington and Beijing is expanding beyond tariffs – over money, supply chains and access to key industries.

For businesses operating in both markets, the problem is growing. Companies are dealing with competing political interests, regulatory risks, and changing trade restrictions.

But can both sides establish relations, or is the global economy divided?